1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127. 2006 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 127 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
